HSEAD MASTERS SERIES
Learn
to render lovely, historically authentic Theorem paintings using oil
on velvet and watercolors on paper. Three experts of this
traditional art form will guide you through in-depth, step-by-step
demonstrations of their exceptional Theorem techniques.
Theorem painting is achieved by applying oil or watercolors through a series of stencil layers to methodically develop a color picture featuring depth-enhancing highlights and shadows. Prevalent motifs are flowers, fruits and butterflies. This delicate art form evolved in an endeavor to emulate the soft surfaces of pith paintings that arrived in England from China during the 18th century. Theorem painting thrived in America where it was taught in early 19th century girls' academies.
The Historical Society of Early American Decoration proudly presents this video as part of its educational mission to preserve and reproduce 18th and 19th Century designs.
Alice
Smith, a
retired curator of education at Connecticut Valley Historical Museum,
holds a BS in Education from Westfield State College. Alice
teaches Early American Decoration (EAD) and has won several awards
for her EAD work. Alice is a Certified Decorative Artist with
he Society of Decorative Painters, and serves on HSEAD's Theorem
Judging team.
Dolores Furnari holds a Certificate in Decorative Art from Fitchburg State College and is HSEAD's 2008 Chairman of Judging and Standards for Theorem painting. Dolores is a traditional artist and EAD painter who teaches private workshops and seminars throughout New England.
Inez Gornall is a graduate of the Vesper George College of Art in Boston where she majored in Commercial Art with an emphasis on watercolor painting. An award winning artist, Inez offers EAD instruction, and is an international Porcelain Art teacher.
Included in this two-video package:
Five to-scale tracing patterns with color instructions
Full color pictures of the featured design
Complete resources and supplies list.
Total running time (2 DVDs) approximately 8 hours. Produced by the Historical Society of Early American Decoration. © 2008 HSEAD. All rights reserved. Video by INEXTINGUISHABLE PRODUCTIONS.
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